Beauty Quote by John Gerard
“If delight may provoke men's labour, what greater delights is there then to behold the earth as apparelled with plants, as with a robe of imbroidered worke, set with orient pearles, and garnished with great diversitie of rare and costly jewels? The delight is great but the use greater, and joyned often with necessitie.”
About This Quote
Source Treatise: Herball, 1597
Observing nature's beauty reveals both pleasure and practical use, often intertwined with necessity.
In simple terms: Nature's beauty is useful.
Key Takeaway
Appreciate beauty while noting utility.
Themes
nature
beauty
utility
necessity
Mood
reflective
pragmatic
Type
philosophical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- gardening
- agriculture
- landscape design
- conservation planning
Key Concepts
aesthetic appreciation
pragmatic observation
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we balance aesthetic enjoyment with sustainable use?
- What needs arise from viewing nature as a resource?
A Different Perspective
May overlook ecological impacts of exploitation.
